Association of Professional Dog Walkers & Sitters
The Gold Standard in Dog Walking & Sitting
The UK’s leading dog walking association
Its what we do
We are the leading resource for online help and information the gold standard when it comes to representing our members.
The Association of Professional Dog Walkers and sitters™ was started by a small group of likeminded dog walkers, who believed they were underrepresented as professional dog walkers and sitters. Because we came from a dog walking background, we have been able to tailor the association around our members. Since our inception we have continued to expand by giving our members what they need at a low cost point.
Why APDWS?
Professional
APDWS™ branded paperwork for that professional look
Value
Our membership fee is still only £36 annually and has not increased in over 5 years
Online Support
We offer free online support through email at support@apdws.com
Recognised Association
APDWS™ is an established association recognised by all local authorities.
Free first aid for dogs course
Free basic dog first aid course now available for free, to all of our members, just head on to the members area and complete the course. We will issue a certificate on completion.
Free Android™ walking app
Our members are welcome to download and use our free android dog walking app which allows our members to share the walks with their customers showing route and distance walked.
Basic dog walking guide
We offer a free basic guide to dog walking as a business, covering most aspects of starting and running your own dog walking business
Free to download Here
Why APDWS?
Member Certificate
APDWS™ printed certificate provided once your membership is active.
No Paid Extras
We do not charge for any of our paperwork, courses or apps, these are all included in your membership
Personal Members Account
When you sign up you will have your own personal account where you will receive regular updates
Code of Practice
We have our own comprehensive code of practice to help support our members and their clients
Latest News
See our latest news.
New dog walking rules
According to Birmingham Live new rules are being introduced allowing councils to fine dog walkers up to £500, a 500% increase compared to the current £100 fine. These new rules are part of the Crime and policing act 2006.
DEFRA Rules Update
DEFRA confirmed new rules that allow dogs to be seized if their owner has allowed their dog to worry livestock. A fine of £1000 has also been introduced. A dog simply being loose amongst livestock can be seen as worrying.
New Basic Dog Walking Guide
We have just produced a free dog walking guide which covers the basics of dog walking as a business, we believe this will be a valuable tool especially for those just starting out. This guide is available to all for free, so no membership required. You can download loads the guide here.
About
Copyright APDWS™
All rights reserved